Cora’s mother shows up at Downton for Matthew and Mary’s wedding. New footman Alfred attempts to meet Carson’s high standards, under the watch of his aunt O’Brien. Robert’s surprising news brings financial worries to the fore.

The estateâ€™s future is hanging in the balance and Mary is hoping to receive a bailout from grandmother Martha. Violet also attempts to help her make sure that Downton puts on a bigger show than ever before with a grand party for friends and neighbours. Mrs Hughes gets some news that worries her. Oâ€™Brienâ€™s attempts to boost Alfredâ€™s progress are met with disapproval from Thomas.

The estateâ€™s future is hanging in the balance and Mary is hoping to receive a bailout from grandmother Martha. Violet also attempts to help her make sure that Downton puts on a bigger show than ever before with a grand party for friends and neighbours. Mrs Hughes gets some news that worries her. Oâ€™Brienâ€™s attempts to boost Alfredâ€™s progress are met with disapproval from Thomas.